Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 18, 2023
Over four-hundred days of war in Ukraine. Growing tensions between China and trading partners. Unrest in Sudan. The global supply chain is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, availability of reasonably priced logistics, and low variability. In March 2023, the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index fell to the lowest level since November 2008.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 18, 2023
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This March 2023 post from Transporeon’s blog highlights key takeaways from a sustainability masterclass hosted by Jakob Muus, Director of Transporeon’s Sustainability.
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ToolsGroup
APRIL 18, 2023
With an expanding customer base, the Spanish snack brand satisfies consumer demand (and hunger) with ToolsGroup AI-driven, automated supply chain planning solutions BOSTON – April 18, 2023 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been selected by RISI , a leading Spanish snack brand, to help transform its supply chain operations, strengthen retail partner relationships, accelerate business growth, and maximize custo
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 18, 2023
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from the team at Coupa and explores an agile and resilient supply chain. When it comes to supply chains, the last few years have exposed real global vulnerabilities.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Enterra Insights
APRIL 18, 2023
How volatile is today’s business world? McKinsey & Company analysts Homayoun Hatami and Liz Hilton Segel write, “If an executive had fallen asleep in 2019 and just woke up, [they] wouldn’t recognize [today’s] business world. … The COVID-19 pandemic rewrote the rules, and now a new and potent disruption seems to arrive every other day.”[1] Some of their McKinsey colleagues, Michael Birshan , Ishaan Seth , and Bob Sternfels , add, “We’re living in a world wh
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
The report also found that global transportation costs have fallen below their long-term average thanks to lessening pressures on shipping, rail, air and road freight.
Precoro
APRIL 18, 2023
In today’s globalized economy, extraordinary events on one continent can be felt worldwide, as companies tend to have complex supply chains involving suppliers from multiple countries. While this complexity allows for cost-efficient production and a wider selection of goods, it also poses significant challenges to supply chain stability. An undisturbed supply chain is vital for continuous production and, as a result, for customer satisfaction.
Clear Spider
APRIL 18, 2023
Green supply chain practices obviously offer environmental benefits, but these green initiatives have significant economic value as well. Nowadays, it should come as no surprise to businesses that their customers value eco-friendly products. In fact, at least 70% of consumers say they are willing to pay a 5% price premium for more sustainable goods.
QAD
APRIL 18, 2023
We are thrilled to announce the release of QAD EQMS 2023! This release is packed with new features and improvements that will help our customers streamline their quality management processes and drive better business outcomes. “With this release, we are delivering a range of powerful new features and improvements designed to help organizations streamline their quality processes and enhance collaboration across their supply chain,” said Charles Sutherland, chief product officer at QAD.
Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.
Arkieva
APRIL 18, 2023
This blog continues the discussion with Kate and Jane and covers variance and cycle service level. A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 7 was first posted on April 18, 2023 at 7:55 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 18, 2023
By Andrew Tavener (pictured) Head of Fleet Marketing in Europe, Descartes Systems Group The post Managing the perennial problem of returns appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
EazyStock
APRIL 18, 2023
Supply chain managers and inventory management professionals face a constant barrage of supply chain crises, with one always waiting around the corner. With every crisis comes the potential for supply chain disruption that can cause chaos for stock-holding businesses. Our eGuide, Supply chain and logistics management trends for 2023 , looks at potential issues facing supply chain managers this year and how to respond.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency signed a deal with the Customs Administrations of Guatemala and Colombia to establish a standard set of supply chain security requirements.
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RFgen
APRIL 18, 2023
Shipping accuracy is an important aspect of any business that relies on delivering products to customers. Your ability to ship accurate orders to the right destination directly impacts profitability. In a perfect world, every shipment would be perfect. Instead, most companies must deal with the reality of misshipments. Misships, or incorrectly shipped items, can lead to customer dissatisfaction, increased costs, and damage to your brand.
Unleashed
APRIL 18, 2023
Great inventory management comes down to good systems, good processes, and constant improvement. The last of these can be achieved by tracking the right inventory metrics, analysing the results, and making data-driven optimisations. So, what are the ‘right’ inventory metrics, and how do you calculate them? We look at 17 of the most important ones and the best practices for tracking them in this article.
Locus
APRIL 18, 2023
Indonesia’s logistics market is expected to increase by 28.7 billion US Dollars by 2027. This presents a lucrative opportunity for logistics companies such as retail, e-commerce, and other logistics providers. Nevertheless, along with opportunities come obstacles that must be overcome. Addressing these challenges necessitates a strong logistics solution.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
Airbus began notifying airlines about expected delivery delays that will take place in 2024 while remaining confident this doesn't indicate worsening supply chain issues.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 18, 2023
By Paul Williamson (pictured) Guest Author The post 6 Simple Tips To Effectively Train Your Staff appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
Small and medium-sized businesses encounter significantly different challenges in managing their supply chains than larger organizations.
Silvon Software
APRIL 18, 2023
While clearly important in today’s constantly changing business environment, so many companies continue to struggle with how to measure and improve their performance – grappling with questions like: Which metrics really matter? How do we get buy-in around the organization? Can we get the right resources needed to collect data for analysis before it’s too old?
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
APRIL 18, 2023
B2C order fulfillment often involves more than basic pick and pack operations. There are a variety of additional considerations for presenting your brand to your customers in the best possible light and for optimizing processes to reduce costs. One of the more important considerations is the implementation of fulfillment kitting services.
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Freight Plus
APRIL 18, 2023
The history of the semi truck is fascinating. Aside from electricity, it could be argued that no greater 19th century invention shaped shipping in the United States of America more than the semi truck. Predating airplanes and interstates, semi trucks allowed American farms and businesses to sell beyond their borders in ways that trains simply […] The post The History of the Semi Truck appeared first on FreightPlus.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
Late payments also add to the financial pressures impacting suppliers, with 42% saying they expect to face increased borrowing costs over the next 12 months.
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 18, 2023
If you are relatively new to Logistics Outsourcing or maybe you don’t have a lot of experience in going through the Logistics Outsourcing process, there are some common mistakes to avoid. Hopefully, this video will help you to avoid these 5 Logistics Outsourcing mistakes.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
The near future will be beset with manufacturing challenges from suppliers balancing systems for both EV and internal combustion engine platforms.
This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.
TrackVia
APRIL 18, 2023
Bank failures have significant consequences on the economy, impacting financial stability, consumer confidence, and the overall business environment. To mitigate these risks, banks, regulators, and businesses need efficient and effective ways to monitor financial health and identify potential threats. With the recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank, the junk rating of First Republic Bank, and the Credit Suisse fiasco, organizations must improve visibility into their upstream financial provider ri
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2023
The glitch follows another during the Christmas holiday season led to 16,700 flight cancellations and disrupted travel plans for two million customers.
Freight Plus
APRIL 18, 2023
Nearly every shipper who transports freight is faced with the same issue: how and when does your finance department account for the cost of shipping, logistics, and delivery? If you’re like most shippers, you already set aside a certain percentage of a good’s value or a cost of goods sold (COGS). On a given shipment, […] The post Freight Accruals: What Your CFO Needs To Know appeared first on FreightPlus.
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